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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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